Yellow 5

YELLOW 5

Data confidence:High

Function

Colorant

EWG Safety Score

4/10Moderate concern

About this ingredient

Yellow 5 is a synthetic azo dye approved as a colorant in cosmetics and personal care products. It imparts a yellow color to formulations and is commonly used in makeup, nail polish, and other color cosmetics. It has no inherent skin care benefits beyond aesthetic coloration.

Found in 2+ sunscreens